Union Ave Books

Union Ave Books is a locally woman-owned independent bookstore situated in the heart of downtown Knoxville, in The Daylight Building, just two blocks away from Market Square. Established in 2011, we have been dedicated to helping our customers find the perfect books for themselves and their loved ones. Our knowledgeable booksellers are always ready to suggest something from our carefully selected collection of books for all ages. We believe that an independent bookstore contributes significantly to the richness of our community, and we are proud members of the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance (SIBA) and the American Booksellers Association (ABA).

Union Ave Books has been featured in various media outlets, including Atlas Obscura (2020), Knoxville News Sentinel, Inside of Knoxville, WVLT TV, Knoxville Mercury, and The Huffington Post. Our commitment to the community and our passion for books are what make us stand out.

Our Services

At Union Ave Books, we offer various services, including:

• Personalized Book Recommendations: Our booksellers are always ready to help you find the perfect book based on your interests, age, and preferences.
• Curated Book Selection: We have a well-curated selection of books for all ages, including fiction, non-fiction, children's books, young adult books, and more.
• Events: We host various events, including author visits, book signings, and book clubs. Our events calendar is always updated with upcoming events.
• Consignment and Event Requests: We offer consignment opportunities for local authors and artists, and we accept event requests for book clubs, school visits, and other literacy-related events.
• Online Gift Codes: We offer online gift codes that can be used for purchasing books on our website.
• Audiobooks: We provide a wide selection of audiobooks for those who prefer to listen to their books.

Meet Our Staff

FLOSSIE, BUNNIE, & SCOUT, Owners

Our owners are always present at the store, ready to help you find the perfect book. They are passionate about books and the community, and they ensure that Union Ave Books remains a vibrant part of downtown Knoxville.

MADELINE, Store Manager

Madeline does a little bit of everything, but she mainly recommends books for 7 to 14-year-olds. Her favorite book as a kid was Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine. She does not read sequels or books with maps, but she loves recommending books like How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix; The Unsettled by Ayana Mathis; My Murder by Katie Williams; and I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys.

CHELSEA, Inventory & Buying Manager

Chelsea's job is to entice authors to visit Knoxville. Her favorite book as a kid was Two Princesses of Bamarre by Gail Carson Levine. Her favorite vegetable is a green bell pepper. She enjoys recommending books like Dark Matter by Blake Crouch and Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.

BRYNN, Events Manager

Brynn's role is to bring authors to Knoxville. Her favorite book as a kid was Junie B. Jones. She loves recommending books that inspire and challenge readers.

TORI, Children's & Young Adult Buyer

Tori's job is to buy all the books that she wishes she could have read as a kid. Her favorite book as a kid was also Junie B. Jones. She loves buying books that spark imagination and creativity in children.